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Newspaper
Augusta Chronicle
Location
Augusta, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Sep 17, 1808
Page
7
Observation notes describe that words spoken near the mouth were not heard unless they touched the teeth or were pressed against the upper jaw area. Hearing varied with placement on teeth and with mouth conditions, while a cylinder seal method allowed hearing without direct contact. The phenomenon links to ear and jaw connections and is stronger in those with acquired conditions.
In Alexandria on August 20 a civil action pitted Wruriam Currsy, minister, against StirnH Mgape, presiding elder, over Meade's alleged libel. The jury found Meade’s charges false and slanderous, awarding Currsy $430 plus costs. The court denied a new trial. Amid Madrid disturbances three French soldiers were punished with three months marching with wooden muskets for disarming, deemed youthful misconduct. The emperor noted their youth.
For sale a valuable tract of land in Wilkes County along Long Creek at its confluence with Broad River. The land extends a considerable distance with a large portion being low grounds on the creek and river. For terms and a more detailed description apply to Pearre Graves of Columbia County, Georgia or James Pearre in Augusta.
A 15 dollar reward is offered by Lewis Prudhomme Jr of Wellington Wilkes County for three runaways taken on the 8th of the month. Coco a mulatto about 22, 5 feet 2 inches, dark complexion. Malbrook a likely negro about the same age, 5 feet 6 or 8, stout with thick neck. Francis a stout man 5 feet 10 or more, English spoken. They wore coarse overalls and homespun shirts when they left and may head toward Savannah or Charleston. Any person delivering them or lodging them in jail will receive the reward.
To be let for one year with immediate possession. Two adjoining stores on the north side of Broad Street near Market. In good repair with convenient deck houses and other improvements. Includes a good garden. For further particulars inquire.
A Augusta published commentary rails at European rulers and outlines U S policy on ambassadors and Britain. It notes local candidates for Congress and Georgia’s legislature, praising Doctor Smelt and Cor'n Troop, and hints at Telfair’s political maneuvering amid Democratic priorities.
A Georgian broadside urges voters to evaluate candidates for Congress. It cites Doct. Smelt’s voting record, lauds past democratic gains, and warns against aristocratic power. Includes local notices on arrests in Granby Jail, marriages, obituaries, and Augusta price current with candidate James E. Houston opposing Spalding.
The subscriber announces removal to the upper Broad Street near KE Welch's Nail Factory and will sell dry goods and groceries for cash or cotton. Delinquent accounts urged for immediate settlement. signed Jonathan Wafer.
Thomas A. P. Charlton announces plans to publish a two‑part memoir of Major General James Jackson. The work covers Jackson’s Revolutionary services and Georgia politics from 1782 to 1806, including Yazoo fraud, with 350 to 403 pages. Subscriptions require two dollars fifty one cents upfront for 1000 subscribers. September 17.
Garland T Watkins applies for letters of administration for the estate of Lary Dnn Thomps Fon. All kindred and creditors of the deceased are cited to appear before the Ordinary at the court on the first Monday in November to show cause why letters should not be granted. Dated at office September 17, 1808.
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